Is Brooks B17 comfortable?
With its origins dating back to the 1890s, the Brooks B17 might be the most popular saddle of all time. And that’s for a good reason–this thing is the most comfortable saddle I’ve ridden.
Why are Brooks saddles so popular?
Brooks saddles are popular because of their long history, reputation for quality and extreme comfort. The saddles have attained near mythological status in the cycling world and are considered the height of luxury. The company has had a long time to build its reputation – it’s been making saddles for over 150 years.
How wide is a Brooks B17?
If a narrower saddle better suits your riding style, Brooks also makes a B17 Narrow, with a 151mm width rather than the standard 175mm.
Is a Brooks saddle worth it?
When it comes to bike saddles, Brooks really is the gold standard. Sure, as a basic option a comfortable synthetic saddle like ours is plenty comfortable, but only a Brooks saddle will give you the sort of long-term comfort that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Why do people like Brooks saddles?
Which Brooks saddle is right for me?
As a general rule, the more athletic the riding position, the narrower the saddle. The narrowest saddles are for riders who lean forward to cheat the wind while sitting more toward the front of the saddle to maximise power transfer to the pedals. During hard efforts, the rider will even be perched directly on the nose!
How wide is Brooks B17?
Specifications
| Size | 275mm x 175mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 175mm |
| Rail dimensions | Round 7x7mm (Standard) |
| Cover material | Leather |
| Rail material | Steel |
How do you secure a Brooks saddle?
The most obvious method of protecting your saddle is to run a lock through the rails and the frame of the bike. Use excess slack on your cable lock by feeding it through the rails at the back of your saddle.